Jesse Sommer, JD/MBA ’11

Master of Business Administration

What's important isn't the direction, but that the collective moves as one.

Captain Jesse Sommer, JD/MBA ’11, found the perfect way to utilize his business and law training in the military. “The same principles that inform military work also inform what businesspeople do in commercial enterprise,” Sommer said. “The first thing is to inspire those under your charge. Inspiration is about making every person care about the mission.”

Investing in Success

For John Delaney, Kogod School of Business’ new dean, it’s all about the students. His daily work is a heartfelt investment in their success—whether they are currently enrolled, or are emerging professionals.